Portugal · Land Adventure

Fascinated Landscapes Northwest 4x4 excursion

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Caniço. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Madeira’s northwest in an open-roof 4x4
02 Travel through Serra d'Água, Encumeada, Paúl da Serra, and Fanal
03 Visit Porto Moniz, Seixal, and São Vicente
04 Chance to swim in the volcanic lava pools if weather allows
05 Enjoy scenic cliff, forest, and coastal views
06 Small-group experience with maximum 8 people per car
07 Photo stops in villages and natural landscapes
08 Opportunity for local shopping

Discover the dramatic northwest side of Madeira on an open-roof 4x4 adventure through mountain roads, forest landscapes, and traditional villages. Starting with pickup from your hotel or accommodation, this full-day excursion takes you through Serra d'Água, Encumeada, Ginjas, Paúl da Serra, Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and São Vicente, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the island’s striking scenery.

Along the way, take photos, explore local spots, and enjoy time in Porto Moniz, where you may have the chance to swim in the volcanic lava pools if weather conditions allow. With a small group of up to 8 people per car, this tour offers a more personal way to experience Madeira’s wild and beautiful landscapes.

Discover the dramatic northwest side of Madeira on an open-roof 4x4 adventure through mountain roads, forest landscapes, and traditional villages.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Languages English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

serra aguaencumeadaSão VicentePaul da Serrapaul da serraFanalRibeira da JanelaRibeira da JanelaPorto MonizIf the weather alows you can swim at the volcanic poolsIf the weather alows you can swim at the volcanic poolsSeixal

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Local taxes
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Pick–up from hotels and guest houses outside of Funchal / Caniço city will be charged with additional prices

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Pick–up from hotels and guest houses outside of Funchal city will be charged with additional prices:

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking • Children must be accompanied by an adult • Dress code is smart casual comfortable footwear recommended • Not wheelchair accessible
We do the pick up at Airbnb, hotel & cruise port Free pick up in Funchal / Caniço area, other areas extra fee: €5.00 p/p - cruise dock / harbour · €10.00 p/p - Santa Cruz, Camara de Lobos, Ponta do Sol (center), Estreito Camara de Lobos, Machico, Calheta, Caniçal, São Vicente, · €15.00 p/p - Ponta Delgada, Faial, Porto da Cruz, Camacha, Santo da Serra, Jardim da Serra, · €20.00 p/p - Porto Moniz, Prazeres, Jardim do Mar, Paul do Mar, Fajã da Ovelha, Santana (center)